Oak Grove Lake Park

I love this park! There are plenty of benches to sit and enjoy the nature. There's always something special going on such as a snake slithering by, or birds chirping, or a turtle popping its head out in the water. Around the 1.5 trail which is a circle around the water you have places to stop like picnic tables, benches, and docks for fishing. I do wish they'd add proper bathrooms and a water fountain. Parking is small and gets packed but across the street is parking by a business area. I have seen some updates to the children's park. I also think I saw some trail additions in the wooded area , there were lots of clearings going on, but haven't ventured to the new trail yet. If you're looking for a quiet spot or a place to have a picnic this is a good place!

Really nice park for anyone wanting to walk or run. They do have areas for kids to play also. When I needed a place to prepare for a half marathon, my friend told me about this park. It was perfect. I sort of rediscovered my love for running again.1 lap around the park is 1.5 miles

Love nature? This is the perfect little trail for you! Located around a quiet lake with a distance of about 1.5 miles, Oak Grove Lake Park (OGLP) is truly a gem in the Chesapeake area. My husband and I frequent this park not only to get a run in, but also to walk our two small dogs and get some fresh air. Something I truly appreciate about OGLP is the size of the trail. It's large enough for others to pass by and comfortable for group walks. Not to mention the scenery is BREATHTAKING.Unfortunately, I have removed one star due to the lack of parking in the area, especially near the trail opening. (City of Chesapeake take notes!) However, OGLP is stunning and definitely worth a try.

This is one of Chesapeake's largest parks. The lake view is enjoyed when walking on the trail or when fishing in the few decks. There's an entrance from the park lot that gives patrons a brief feel of being in a swamp land. Great for families with young children as there's a playground.

Beautiful park! We went and had a lunch date by the water. They have tables where you can sit and eat or just hangout. They also have a path that wraps the lake. And we saw a playground for kids.

Oak Grove Lake Park (OGLP) is a great park to get some exercise and fresh air! Nature has such a positive effect on the mind and soul and it was just what we needed after the Christmas craziness.According to the City of Chesapeake's website, OGLP has 65 acres of hardwood forest and wetlands. I put two and two together and it's also the park that I drive by every time I get out of Chesapeake. It's located right next to the Chesapeake Expressway (it was a little nerve wrecking to be walking right next to the highway - it's only a small portion though).- Parking - There is a small lot, but overflow parking is along the sides leading out to the entrance of the parking. It was pretty busy since kids are off on Winter Break. - Trail - The trail is 1.5 miles total around a lake with mile markers at every quarter mile to keep you in check. The trail is easy, flat with no inclines. It's not paved, so don't really recommend little scooters for the kids, but bikes would be fine. And strollers would be great too.The trail has picnic tables, benches, trash cans and observation decks throughout, so plenty of opportunities for snack breaks or just contemplation. There are also exercise stations with signs. Lot of trees with beautiful view of the lake from different angles. The path is wide enough that there is enough room for two-way traffic as well as runners who want to pass.And the kids favorite part? The playground of course! It is located at the trail head. It seems pretty new, because it's not the generic playground structure you see at most parks.There are also Port-o-Potties located across from the playground for your convenience.- Pets - Sign indicated all pets must be on a leash, no longer than 5 feet.Stay safe, Friends!

Great place to walk your dog, toss a line in, or just relax a bit. Nice shaded walk and very easy hike compared to the mountains. I would recommend.

This walking trail is beautiful! I brought my dog and she got to see many other dogs, and we saw a bald eagle too plus lots of squirrels. Nice wide walking trails and plenty of benches and lookout areas over the water. Getting there was easy. I will say parking is a bit lacking, but it looks like many people park across the street in an office complex parking center. Will definitely be returning for evening or daytime walks!

Great spot for a day or few minutes outside. Play structure for kids, clean porta potties, plenty of benches and picnic tables. The trail around the lake is a wide gravel 1.5 mile loop. There are several docks to relax on or fish. No swimming or boating.

Nice place. Lots of sun and shade. It's huge and when I visited this afternoon there were lots of people about. Most were walking or exercising, out with their dogs and I also saw some folks fishing. My only complaint would be that parking needs to be expanded in a big way. The main parking lot is incredibly to small for the amount of people in the park. Not only were all the space full but so was the road to the space and some people were parked on the main road outside the park entrance. I ended up going to the 2nd lot at the end of Byron St and entering the park from the back by the highway. Time was limited this afternoon however I've planned my next visit to be an early morning visit so I can walk the entire loop around the lake.